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Mopec is currently searching for a Maintenance Technician. This is an “onsite” position and will be based at our Madison Heights, MI Location
Position Summary
Mopec is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Maintenance Technician to support the upkeep of our facility, production equipment, and building systems. The maintenance technician will perform preventive maintenance, coordinate with outside service providers, and maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized work environment. The ideal candidate is hands-on, organized, and comfortable working independently while coordinating with vendors and internal groups to keep production running.
Key Responsibilities:
Preventive Maintenance
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on production machinery and facility equipment according to established schedules.
- Ensure the maintenance is completed/documented and the equipment is capable of efficient production
- Change coolants and other machine fluids as required to keep equipment operating in top order
- Clean machines and equipment regularly maintaining performance and extending service life
- Change filters on HVAC rooftop units on a regular basis to maintain air quality and system efficiency
- Maintain the pneumatic air supply in the facility and schedule air compressor service intervals
Equipment & Tooling Maintenance
- Change saw-cutting blades and band saw blades as needed to maintain cutting quality and equipment performance
- Check CNC tools for visible damage or wear and report/replace as needed
- Assist with changing laser table slats to keep laser cutting equipment operating efficiently
- Dump scrap bins into recycling roll-offs with Hilo
- Identify parts needed for routine maintenance so that the items can be ordered ahead of time
Vendor & Service Coordination
- Schedule and coordinate maintenance services with designated service providers for equipment servicing and repairs
- Serve as a point of contact for scheduled vendor visits, ensuring access and coordination with production schedules
- Repair minor facility issues (e.g., small repairs to doors, fixtures, lighting, etc.) as necessary
- Schedule vendors for larger facility or equipment issues that fall outside the scope of routine maintenance
- Log and identify scheduled fire system and elevator inspections to ensure compliance with required inspection timelines
Facility & Equipment Upkeep
- Maintain overall cleanliness and organization of the maintenance area, shop floor, and equipment storage areas
- Organize and maintain inventories of parts, supplies, tools, and consumables used in maintenance activities
- Track inventory levels and notify supervisors when supplies need to be reordered
- Manage the general upkeep of production equipment to minimize downtime and support consistent operations
Repairs & Equipment Handling
- Identify equipment in need of repair and coordinate transport of equipment to repair facilities or vendors as needed
- Assist with loading, transporting, and safely handling equipment during repair pickup/drop-off
- Communicate equipment issues and repair status to supervisors and relevant teams
- Assist in implementing a CMMS- Computerized Maintenance Management platform that tracks maintenance operations, asset tracking, and work order management to help organizations shift from reactive to proactive maintenance
Qualifications
- Prior experience in facilities maintenance, industrial maintenance, or a related field required
- Basic mechanical knowledge and familiarity with hand tools and shop equipment
- Ability to follow preventive maintenance schedules and documentation procedures
- Experience with HVAC filter changes or general HVAC upkeep desired
- Familiarity with saw blade changes (saw-cutting and band saw), CNC equipment, or laser cutting desired
- Attention to detail for identifying tool/equipment damage and tracking compliance-related inspections (e.g., fire system, elevator)
- Strong organizational skills, especially related to inventory management
- Ability to coordinate with outside vendors and report scheduling logistics
- Good communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a production team
- Ability to lift and move equipment (specify weight limit, e.g., up to 50 lbs) and operate material handling equipment such as a Hilo, pallet jack, or electric lift
- Valid driver's license required
- Hilo experience and being mechanically inclined are a plus.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Work is performed in a manufacturing/production facility setting
- May require exposure to machine coolants, cleaning chemicals, and rooftop/outdoor conditions when servicing HVAC units
- Requires standing, bending, lifting, and occasional climbing (e.g., ladder access to rooftop units)
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by safety protocols